Yesaji Kank

ModernGeneralIndia1610 — 1687

Maratha general, 7-foot giant bodyguard of Shivaji.

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Quick Facts

Born

1610

Died

1687

Country

India

Era

Modern

Occupation

General

Score Overview

Military (10%)50

Political (20%)28

Influence (20%)49

Legacy (20%)39

Leadership (15%)30

Strategy (15%)37

Total Score39.3

Yesaji Kank — Complete Timeline

1659 AD

Battle of PratapgadWar◆ Major

Yesaji Kank fought in the Battle of Pratapgad, where Shivaji killed Afzal Khan. As a bodyguard, Yesaji was part of the inner circle that protected Shivaji during the encounter.

BattleMarathaBodyguard

Impact: regionalconstructive

1660 AD

Defense of Panhala FortWar◆ Major

Yesaji Kank participated in the defense of Panhala Fort during the siege by Adil Shahi forces under Siddi Jauhar. He helped Shivaji escape to Vishalgad.

SiegeMarathaEscape

Impact: regionalconstructive

1670 AD

Battle of SinhagadWar◆ Major

Yesaji Kank fought in the Battle of Sinhagad under Tanaji Malusare. He was part of the assault that recaptured the fort from the Mughals.

BattleMarathaFort

Impact: regionalconstructive